The IOD aligns its projects and strategic initiatives with current and emerging national, regional, and state priorities related to individuals with disabilities. A majority of IOD grants and programs are concentrated within the following areas:
Assistive Technology, Community Living & Employment, Health & Genetics, Inclusive Early Care & Education

The IOD makes significant contributions to the body of knowledge related to disability through a variety of research and evaluation activities including data analysis, focus group facilitation, model demonstration projects, or project outcome evaluation.

The IOD supports the efforts of consumers and professionals to create more inclusive communities by providing local, regional, and national services, that represent current and emerging best practices.

The IOD Bookstore Receives a Major Upgrade

November 20, 2017

The IOD Bookstore recently relaunched with several upgrades that greatly improve the user experience. In addition to a new more intuitive design, the accessibility of the website has been improved as well as its usability on mobile devices including smartphones and tablets. Another new feature that has been added is the ability to purchase and rent streaming media. Several IOD videos and films are now available to stream with more to come soon.

Since 2009, the IOD Bookstore has served as an important resource to thousands of individuals and organizations across the country. Its catalog includes over 200 resources, almost half of which are available for free, that support the Institute’s mission of promoting full access, equal opportunities, and participation for everyone. Every item available in the IOD Bookstore has either been developed or reviewed by a faculty or staff member of the IOD. To check out its new design and explore its catalog of resources, please visit www.iodbookstore.org.